Australasian Emergency Nursing Journal
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 49-56, June 2006

Chironex fleckeri (box jellyfish) envenomation: A case study

Freelance Film Unit Nurse, Melbourne, Australia

Summary 

A 35-year-old male presented on the beach, having been stung on the leg by a box jellyfish, whilst swimming at Mission Beach, Qld.

Appropriate diagnosis, the use of vinegar and pressure immobilisation bandaging and immediate pain relief helped to provide a positive outcome for this patient. The aim of this discussion paper is to present this case study and a review of the current and recommended assessment and initial management of such envenomation.

Keywords: Box jelly fish, Australia, Envenomation, Emergency nursing, Chironex fleckeri, Case study

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PII: S1574-6267(06)00021-8

doi:10.1016/j.aenj.2006.03.001

Australasian Emergency Nursing Journal
Volume 9, Issue 2 , Pages 49-56, June 2006

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